Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of February.
Good morning, Lincoln.
🎭 Culture
Shoppers browsed 35+ booths offering locally made gifts at Cupid’s Arrow Market in downtown Lincoln on Feb.
7. The market highlighted local talent for Valentine’s Day shoppers.
🎓 Education
Katherine S. Ankerson was approved by the UNL Board as interim chancellor on Feb.
6 to lead the campus after Rodney Bennett’s departure (she previously served as executive vice chancellor). UNL President Gold said she is the right leader to guide the campus forward.
🏛️ Government
A Lincoln senator introduced a bill that would remove the 16,000-seat cap at Pinnacle Bank Arena, a change that may let more fans attend Husker games and major events.
Lawmakers will review the proposal in the coming weeks.
🏈 Sports
The No. 9 Nebraska Cornhuskers ended a two-game losing streak with an 80-68 win over the Scarlet Knights on Saturday in Piscataway as Rienk Mast led with 26 points + Sam Hoiberg also reached double figures.
They now prepare to face No. 12 Purdue Tuesday at Pinnacle Bank Arena.
The Huskers lost 78-60 to Maryland at Pinnacle Bank Arena Saturday afternoon, leaving the record at 16-8 overall and 5-8 in the Big Ten.
The team will face Minnesota in Minneapolis on Thursday at 7 p.m. on the Big Ten network.
The Nebraska men's gymnastics team held a moment of silence to honor Husker legend Jim Hartung ahead of its home opener at the Devaney Center Saturday.
Fans received posters and athletes wore patches to remember his legacy.
Maryland defeated Nebraska 78-60 at Pinnacle Bank Arena on Saturday afternoon, with Logan Nissley scoring a career-high 22 points from six three-pointers and helping control the possession game.
The Huskers now stand at 16-8 and will face Minnesota in a Big Ten road game at 7 p.m. (CT).
🎉 Lincoln Events
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Sell/Buy Cattle Marketing School
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Country Inn & Suites by Radisson — $89 room rate — Learn the ins and outs of cattle marketing strategies during this comprehensive school.
2nd Annual Sweetheart Dance
8-11:30 p.m. — Apothecary Lofts & Ridnour Room — Tickets required — Celebrate community spirit with a joyful evening of dancing, desserts, and a silent auction for NAMI Nebraska.
HYROX Strength Challenge: Nebraska's First Strength-Only Competition
7:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — BFT Lincoln — $40 per person — Experience Nebraska's inaugural strength-only HYROX event with no running, just pure strength challenges.
Acoustic Friday at Saro Cider
5:30-9 p.m. — SARO Cider — Enjoy live music — Start your weekend with local acoustic talents while sipping delicious ciders.
Lincoln Stars vs. Fargo Force
6:05-8:05 p.m. — The Ice Box — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting hockey match as the Fargo Force takes on the Lincoln Stars.
Spring Flag Football Preseason Training for Grades 1-6
6-9 p.m. — Park Centers Indoor Facility — Early registration fee applies — Get ready for the spring season with preseason training and a complimentary shirt.
Ricky Chilton with Steady Wells
9 p.m. — Duffy's Tavern — $12 ADV | $15 DOS — Country rock with a wry smile from a unique artist born in a Ford Bronco.
Time to Paddy 5k/10k & Lucky 13.1
8-11 a.m. — Holmes Lake Park — Registration fees apply — Kick off the day with a festive run to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Lincoln.
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